If you read my story that broke the news of the real reason scores soared at the 1989 ABC Tournament, you know it was the topography of the lanes: a legal, slight dish that helped balls hook from the outside.
The story, which I set free for anyone to read after subscribers had exclusive access for a time, remains one of my favorites because of its importance in explaining important bowling history and elevating understanding of how vital topography is in bowling.
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